Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Avalon Health Care Group; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Patriots Village State Veterans Home in Sumter, SC, seeks a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our outstanding team! This role offers a wage range of $32.00 - $35.52 based on experience.

The nurse will work under supervision and participate in the development of care plans while ensuring effective communication with staff and families. Qualified candidates must hold a current license, have long-term care experience, and pursue ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• Must have recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
• Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and implementation of the comprehensive plan of care.
• Practice within legal boundaries for practical nursing.
• Communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.

Skills

Long Term Care Experience

Effective Communication

Infection Control Knowledge

Basic Computer Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License

Job description

Patriots Village State Veterans Home in Sumter, SC, is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse LPN to join our outstanding team!

Wage $32.00 - $35.52

PRN Open, Must Have Long Term Care Experience

We are looking for individuals who embrace a reverence for life and a heart for healing. With enthusiasm and compassion, our Avalon family works with our patients and their families as well as with our communities to celebrate life every day! Avalon offers competitive pay with career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses. Some of our Nurse Managers started off as CNAs, then became LPNs, RNs, and even Directors!

Full-Time Are Eligible For

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.

Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k

Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician or other health care provider authorized by the state; the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the development, implementation and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for facility residents and will practice within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state for the delivery of patient care and related services.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in practicing state.
• Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.
• Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.
• Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.